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Ears & Hearing
Otorrhea
Chronic, foul-smelling discharge from the ear with potential bone involvement
Overview
Ear discharge, or discharge from the ears, is a common condition that can be caused by various factors, including infections, injuries, or underlying medical conditions. It is important to seek medical attention to properly diagnose and treat the underlying cause.
Remedies often used
The right one depends on your exact symptoms, not just the name of the problem. The Remedy Finder compares them for you.
Tendency to pus formation (pus formation)
- Tendency to form pus or abscesses
- Sensitivity to touch or pressure around the ear
- Chilly patient who pulls the blankets around them
Fetid discharge from the ear
- Chronic, recurrent ear infections
- Foul-smelling, offensive ear discharge
- Discharge that persists despite other treatments
Obstinate, fetid otorrhea (ear discharge)
- Chronic, foul-smelling ear discharge
- Decay or caries of the ear bones
- Humming, buzzing, or rushing sounds in the ears
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Tellurium metallicumOffensive, fish-like odor of ear dischargePulsatilla pratensisBland, yellowish or greenish ear dischargeGraphitesGlutinous, fetid, and sticky ear discharge
ScarlatinumEar discharge, especially dark fluid that does not clot
StreptococcinPus-like mucus discharge from the ears
Hydrastis canadensisThick, ropy, yellow-green mucus dischargeCalcarea carbonicaMuco-purulent, bland, white discharge from the earsSilicea terraOffensive, foul-smelling ear discharge containing bone fragmentsMercurius solubilisProfuse, green, thick, acrid, and fetid ear dischargeAethusa cynapiumYellow discharge from right ear with stitching painNitricum acidumYellowish-white ear dischargeSanicula aquaFish-brine-like discharge from the earElaps corallinusYellow or green ear dischargeCalcarea sulphuricaOffensive, purulent ear discharge with thick, bloody pusCarboneum sulphuratumFetid, bloody, purulent ear dischargeKalium iodatumProfuse, thick, green discharge from the earNot sure which fits? The app compares all 20 remedies against your symptoms.
Get the appSee a doctor if
- Severe or persistent pain in the ear, accompanied by fever, chills, or other signs of infection
- Sudden or complete hearing loss in the affected ear
- Discharge that is accompanied by dizziness, dizziness, or other neurological symptoms
- Discharge that is accompanied by swelling or redness around the ear, which may indicate a more serious infection
- Discharge that persists for more than a few days despite treatment, or that worsens over time
Everyday tips
- Avoid inserting cotton swabs or other objects into the ear, as this can further irritate the area and push the discharge deeper into the ear canal
- Keep the ear dry by using a hair dryer on a low setting or wearing a shower cap during bathing
- Apply a warm compress to the affected ear to help reduce pain and promote drainage
- Avoid swimming or submerging the head in water until the condition has resolved
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- Maintain good hygiene by regularly cleaning the outer ear and surrounding area
- Avoid exposure to loud noises or sudden changes in air pressure, which can exacerbate the condition
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